Awaken your senses to the magnificent splendour that is Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park on this full-day tour from Launceston.
Go deep into the pristine Tasmanian forest and experience the solitary wilderness of waterfalls, glacial lakes, rainforest, wildlife and unsurpassed beauty of this World Heritage listed National Park. Discover many walks throughout the rainforest - catch your breath as you first glimpse the craggy outcrop of majestic Cradle Mountain towering above sparkling Dove Lake plateau.
Highlights
Travel through green pastures South West of Launceston
The mountains of the Great Western Tiers guide you towards Cradle Mountain National Park
Pass quaint and historical towns of Carrick, Hagley and Westbury
Scenic town of Deloraine - hub between Launceston and Devonport
Travel further inland passing Australian Blue Gum and pine plantations
Tour Sheffield - the town of murals
Traverse through dense forest and mountainous terrain
Cross the beautiful Cethana Dam made to support hydro scheme
Look for wombats, potaroos and wallabies in Cradle Mountain National Park
Stop at Cradle Village Cafe for lunch (own expense)
Visit the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre for an appreciation of the Cradle Mountain National Park
Take a short stroll along the Enchanted Forest Walk viewing pencil pine, lush forest and a spectacular waterfall
Stand in awe as you take in the powerful and majestic Cradle Mountain reigning over the picturesque Dove Lake
Take a short walk around Dove Lake taking in the views of Cradle Mountain (weather permitting)
Visit Waldheim Chalet (the forest home) of Gustav Weindorfers
Stop at Ashgrove Cheese Farm for some famous Tasmanian cheese
Learn how cheese is made and sample the numerous varieties of cheese made on the premises.
Location: Tasmania-Launceston, Australia
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2012-Apr-01 To 2013-Mar-31
Cradle Mountain National Park Day Tour from Launceston
Tour departs from centrally located Launceston hotels
OR
The Transit Centre
Departure Time:
8:30am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Return Details: Concludes at approximately 5:00pm
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Hotel pickup from selected Launceston area hotels
Full-day touring by coach
Local guide
National Park entrance fee
Enchanted Forest Walk
Exclusions:
Food and drinks
Hotel drop off
Gratuities (optional)
Other Information:
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed.
Local Operator Information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.